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Popular rental locations in Johannesburg

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Johannesburg

Car rental offers in Johannesburg

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Johannesburg.

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Economy
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Intermediate
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Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
SUV

Car rental companies in Johannesburg

Below are the car rental companies in Johannesburg with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Avis

    9.4 (5940)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Bluu Car Rental

    9.1 (24)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Alamo

    9 (8619)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.6 (1921)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Thrifty

    8.6 (5438)
    No rates available
  • Sixt

    8 (3316)
    From £ 19 / day
  • Bidvest Car Rental

    7.9 (176)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    7.9 (6852)
    From £ 13 / day
  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.6 (3811)
    From £ 12 / day
  • First Car

    7.4 (596)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Europcar

    7.2 (8061)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Green Motion

    7 (1887)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Budget

    6.9 (9604)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.5 (3331)
    From £ 14 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.1 (402)
    No rates available
  • Carwiz rent a car

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available
  • Bobo Campers

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Britz Motorhomes

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Bushlore Africa

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • KEA Campers

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Maui Motorhomes

    No reviews
    No rates available

When is the best time to book a rental car in Johannesburg?

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a sports car?

At this destination (Johannesburg), October is the most affordable time to rent a sports car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. October is the peak month for renting a sports car, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a convertible?

At this destination (Johannesburg), October is the most affordable time to rent a convertible with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. October is the peak month for renting a convertible, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Johannesburg - When is the most affordable time to rent a delivery van?

At this destination (Johannesburg), November is the most affordable time to rent a van with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a van, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental companies in and around Johannesburg

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Johannesburg

Available locations in Johannesburg

Johannesburg Lanseria Airport
106 Constantia Road
8 Jubilee Street

Johannesburg Guide

Guide

The recent World Summit for Sustainable Development certainly put Johannesburg on the map! Africa’s richest city has an infra structure and fast pace that mirror its money generating character, but it does however offer more than meets the eye.

Gold reef city, a restored century-old mining village among the towering mine dumps of the south, is a good place to start delving into the gold mining history which gave birth to this massive city. The city centre holds little appeal to visitors and is unsuitable for walkers, although a precinct of old warehouses around the Newtown Cultural Precinct has been developed into an interesting entertainment complex, featuring a potpourie of homespun music.

Shoppers should head to the plush malls in the leafy Northern suburbs, particularly Parktown and Sandton, and the numerous flea markets dotted about the city, especially at Bruma lake.

There are several good museums, plenty of galleries and theatres and endless bars, restaurants and music venues offering international and local food and entertainment, including Melville - a quaint ‘village’ like suburb.

By car you can explore Sophiatown, the Magaliesburg and Sun city, the Lion park and Cradle of Humankind, or take a tour of Soweto.

Exploring

For a breath of fresh air head to the Zoo (with Military Museum) and Emmerentia dam (with botanical garden).

But the best way to see the sights of the city is by tour (public transport and geographic size aren’t conducive to self-tours), the highlight of which is a visit to the famous working class suburb of Soweto. For a true taste of Africa the 2-hour Lesedi Cultural Experience is not to be missed.

Sophiatown is another suburb with a special place in history.Distinctly old, its heritage sites are linked to its heydays as a multicultural melting point before succumbing to apartheid rezoning.

30 minute out of town is the Lion Park and Witwatersrand National Botanical Gardens. Further a field is the enormous recreation Vaal dam (south), and the lovely Magaliesburg hills en-route to the world famous Sun City entertainment complex with its multiple casinos, water park, world-class golf courses, safari park and the magnificent Palace of the Lost City.

The Cradle of Humankind, is an historically important archeological site and cavern complex, to the northwest, which was recently declared a World Heritage site.

Pretoria, the country’s administrative capital is a 45 minute drive North, distinctly more laidback and pleasant with some notable attractions.

To & From

Johannesburg International Airport (formerly Jan Smuts) is Africa’s busiest and is constantly being upgraded. More than 50 airlines touch down here, with numerous connections daily to other major centres such as Cape Town and Durban, as well as regional cities like Harare, Gaberone, Windhoek, Maputo and Mbabane. Many shuttle services depart to various hotels around the city and a bus leaves every 30 minutes for the centre. 

Johannesburg’s Park station is the main rail terminus, though it is only the TransKaroo overnight sleeper express to Capetown that appeals to travellers, suburban services are slow and crowded and limited for tourists. The Algoa Express trains to Port Elizabeth depart daily. Adjacent to this is the long-distance bus terminal with regular service to Durban, Cape Town, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland and local destinations. Translux and Greyhound are two national lines. 

South Africa has a very good road network, with multi-laned highways between many cities. The N1 heads north to Pretoria and onwards to Bietbridge and into Zimbabwe. You can also follow it south to Capetown, though it’s a 12 hour drive (via Bloemfontein) and can be crowded and dangerous during December and April. An alternative, quieter route via Kimberley is preferred by tourists. The N4 heads northwest to Mafikeng and into Botswana and east to Swaziland and Mozambique, and the N2 southeast to Durban. Hire car is the most practical means of getting around.

Practical information

  • Currency
    South African rand
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    60 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    English, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Afrikaans, Southern Ndebele, Swati, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Avis
  • Bluu Car Rental
  • Alamo
  • Enterprise
  • Thrifty
  • Sixt
  • Bidvest Car Rental
  • Hertz
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • First Car
  • Europcar
  • Green Motion
  • Budget
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • National Car Rental
  • Carwiz rent a car
  • Bobo Campers
  • Britz Motorhomes
  • Bushlore Africa
  • KEA Campers
  • Maui Motorhomes
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